Best Crowdfunding Books of 2026

The Book on Investing In Real Estate with No (and Low) Money Down: Creative Strategies for Investing in Real Estate Using Other People's Money (BiggerPockets Rental Kit, 1) by Brandon Turner is a comprehensive guide for real estate investors who want to maximize their returns without breaking the bank. Turner shares numerous financing strategies that can help investors tap into current real estate markets, attract private money, lenders, and partners, and find success in wholesaling, flipping, rentals, and more. The book also covers the downsides of creative investing and provides tips for overcoming those problems. Overall, this book is a must-read for anyone looking to build a real estate empire using other people's money.

Financial Freedom with Real Estate Investing: The Blueprint To Quitting Your Job With Real Estate - Even Without Experience Or Cash by Michael Blank is a must-read for anyone interested in achieving financial freedom through real estate investing. Blank reveals the secrets of being a successful apartment building investor, including how to raise all the money needed to do the first deal, analyze deals, make offers quickly, and find the best deals. The book is easy to understand and is suitable for both experienced and novice investors. Overall, this book is an excellent resource for anyone who wants to achieve financial freedom with real estate investing.

How to Make It in the New Music Business by Ari Herstand is a comprehensive guide that offers practical tips on how to build a loyal following and make a living as a musician. The book has become an indispensable resource for aspiring artists who want to take control of their careers in the music industry. In this updated third edition, Herstand provides valuable insights on how to navigate the post-COVID era and the digital landscape, including social media and fan connection. The book is a must-read for anyone who wants to succeed in the modern music business.

Options Trading Crash Course [6 BOOKS IN 1] by ICEWIL is a comprehensive guide that covers all aspects of options trading, from beginner to advanced level. The book provides a solid trading system based on actionable and safe strategies that can be applied to reduce risk and quickly grow one's account. It includes a bonus section on crypto options trading, making it a unique and valuable resource for traders. Overall, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in options trading, regardless of their skill level.

Millionaire Mindset and Success Habits is a game-changing finance book that aims to help readers overcome their limiting beliefs and achieve financial freedom. The author, H.J. Chammas, provides simple yet powerful wealth-building mind hacks that can be easily implemented to transform one's financial situation. The book focuses on replacing negative habits and beliefs with positive ones to cultivate a millionaire mindset and achieve abundance. This self-help book is a must-read for anyone looking to break free from their own mental barriers and achieve financial success.

The Hands-Off Investor: An Insider’s Guide to Investing in Passive Real Estate Syndications is a comprehensive guide on how to invest in real estate syndications without the hassle of managing properties. Author Brian Burke, a syndications insider, provides practical skills to evaluate sponsors, opportunities, and offerings to achieve the highest odds of a favorable outcome. The book covers various topics such as debt options, typical sponsor fees, and profit splits, and the tax implications of syndication investments. Overall, this book is highly recommended for those who want to make better investment decisions and become a better steward of their capital.

Raising Private Capital: Building Your Real Estate Empire Using Other People's Money by Matt Faircloth is a practical guide for real estate investors looking to raise more private capital for their business. The author shares his own valuable lessons and experiences in real estate to help readers develop long-term wealth. The book covers everything from finding private money partners to structuring debt and equity deals, and provides tips for protecting all parties involved in a private money transaction. Overall, this book is an excellent resource for both new and experienced real estate investors looking to grow their business.

Investing in Real Estate Private Equity is a comprehensive guide to investing in real estate through private offerings. The book offers passive investment strategies for building wealth and generating income, traditionally used by sophisticated institutional investors but now available to everyone. The guide covers the basics of real estate evaluation, how to evaluate operators and investments, common terms and structures, and strategies to evaluate and manage risk. It also provides insights into the often-complex industry of private real estate investments. Overall, this is a practical guide for anyone looking to diversify their investment allocation across a range of real estate product types, and throughout the capital stack.

Nonprofit Fundraising 101 is a comprehensive guide for nonprofit professionals, activists, and social entrepreneurs who want to learn the best practices to promote their cause. The book features insights and advice from almost fifty industry leaders, covering the entire spectrum of fundraising for nonprofits, including planning, individual donors, events, board engagement, grants, and social media. Written by front line practitioners and geared towards a global audience, the book offers step-by-step formulas for success. With diverse case studies and concrete best practices, Nonprofit Fundraising 101 is a must-read for organizations of all sizes and focus.

Get Backed by Evan Loomis and Evan Baehr is a comprehensive guide to help anyone with an idea to launch their venture successfully. The book includes real-life examples of 15 ventures that raised over $150 million, original pitch decks, and fundraising strategies. It also offers pitching exercises developed by startup talent beds like Stanford University’s d.school and Techstars, and an overview of the 5 main funding sources for startups. The authors share their secrets of building relationships and creating a pitch deck, using the "friendship loop". This book is a must-read for anyone looking to raise capital and launch their dream venture.